Tempo gas tank repair

rebars1

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One of my Tempo (red plastic) gas tanks has a 1" crack near one of the upper corners (on top). Can this be patched with JB weld or silicon? This is an above deck tank for an outboard motor,
 

5150abf

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Re: Tempo gas tank repair

Definately not silicon, maybe JB, better yet to replace, seems silly to burn up your boat or yourself to save 20-30 bucks.
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: Tempo gas tank repair

scrap it and buy a new $18 tank.
 

rebars1

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Re: Tempo gas tank repair

Thanks for the input. Not trying to save money, just asking if there is a safe repair. It is actually an $85.00 tank (12 gal).
 

Scaaty

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Re: Tempo gas tank repair

Get new...never take a chance with gas tank that cracked.....
 

rebars1

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Re: Tempo gas tank repair

Thanks guys. Picked a new one up today at West Marine.
 
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